Sarpy County residents are learning the importance of going green Sunday at the annual Earth Day celebration.

Hundreds turned up at the event, trying out the games and activities. More than 50 vendors were on hand to give lessons and advice about green living -- which in itself is the most important lesson, organizers said.

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"Share a wealth of knowledge about making those changes that we need to make in our lives to live more sustainably, more conservatively," said Ruth Richter of Green Bellevue.

Participants on Sunday received a membership to Green Bellevue, which has a mission of promoting a more beautiful community and world.